High-performance finishing insert for stainless steel machining
The indexable insert TNMG ...-FE with the advanced RT305 coating is a well-conceived solution for finishing stainless steels. By combining an M20-M30 PVD grade with the specialized FE chipbreaker, this turning insert opens up flexible application possibilities in continuous turning operations. It convinces with a stable machining process and supports professional users in achieving consistent, high-quality workpiece surfaces.
Suitable materials

Technical data
- Shape: TNMG
- Processing: Finish
- Cutting conditions: Continuous
- Workpiece Material: Stainless Steel
- Grade: RT305 (PVD grade M20-M30)
- Packaging unit: 10 Pc.
Dimensions of Indexable insert - TNMG ...-FE RT305
|
Item Nr. |
r |
L |
I.C |
S |
d |
| TNMG 160404-FE RT305 |
1661311 |
0,4 |
16,5 |
9,525 |
4,76 |
3,81 |
| TNMG 160408-FE RT305 |
1661312 |
0,8 |
16,5 |
9,525 |
4,76 |
3,81 |
| TNMG 160412-FE RT305 |
1661313 |
1,2 |
16,5 |
9,525 |
4,76 |
3,81 |
Cutting data
|
Stainless Steel |
|
Vc (m/min) |
fn (mm/U) |
ap (mm) |
| TNMG 160404-FE RT305 |
140-220 |
0,05-0,2 |
0,1-1,5 |
| TNMG 160408-FE RT305 |
140-220 |
0,05-0,2 |
0,1-1,5 |
| TNMG 160412-FE RT305 |
140-220 |
0,05-0,2 |
0,2-2,5 |
Applications
This cutting insert is geared towards the contour-related turning of stainless steel, especially when fine surface finishes are required. The design is excellently suited for turning tasks with a continuous cutting path, where clean chip evacuation and constant dimensional accuracy are crucial.
Special features
One of the decisive purchasing features is the resilient PVD coating RT305, which effectively reduces wear during finishing. In addition, the targeted FE geometry promotes good chip control at shallow depths of cut, noticeably improving process reliability when turning stainless steel workpieces.